Plumber

We are looking to fill 3 Plumber positions (a one-year term position and 2 full-time continuing positions).

Carleton University also welcomes applications from continuing employees. If a Continuing employee is the successful candidate, this assignment will be considered a Term Assignment, and the successful candidate must obtain a leave of absence from their current and substantive position, where applicable. Permission for such leave must not be unreasonably withheld.

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Job Number:  J0322-0849

Job Title:  Plumber

Job Type:  Continuing Full Time

Department:  Facilities Management & Planning

Job Category:  Facilities Management and Planning

Number of Positions:  3

Salary (with Salary Rate):  33.63 - 33.63/Hour

Assignment Duration From:  15/04/2022

Assignment Duration To:  14/04/2023

Employee Group:  CUPE 910

Salary Level:  CUPE 910 - Plumber

Hours Per Week:  40

Date Position Available:  15/04/2022

Carleton is a smart, caring and connected community that inspires and empowers individuals to become change leaders who drive impact in the world. Carleton's faculty and staff strive to provide a superior learning experience for our learners who hail from every province and from over 100 countries around the world. Situated on a beautiful campus bordered by the Rideau River and Canal, Carleton is just minutes from the heart of our nation's government and enjoys easy access to the many organizations, associations and businesses which thrive in Ottawa.

About Carleton
Carleton University, situated on a beautiful campus bordered by the Rideau River and Canal, is a community of talented, committed and enthusiastic faculty and staff, dedicated to excellence and to supporting the education and research that distinguishes Carleton as Canada’s Capital University. We know that it is our people that are key to Carleton’s success. We take pride in our institution and are committed to providing the programs and services that contribute to Carleton University being an employer of choice in the national capital region.

Facilities Management & Planning
To provide cost-effective facilities and services that support and promote excellence in teaching and research through the creation of a campus environment that promotes the University’s image and enhances the campus community.
Facilities Management and Planning is a trusted customer focused service provider with a work environment that promotes the creative and effective utilization of resources through consultation with Facilities Management and Planning staff, the community and service providers.

The Position
Working under the under the supervision of the Manager, Mechanical Services, the Plumber is responsible for installing, assembling, maintaining and repairing or troubleshooting pipes, fittings, or fixtures for heating/cooling, water or drainage systems, according to specifications or standards or plumbing codes in Ontario. Complies with the health and safety procedures and guidelines provided.

Other daily responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:
• Maintains and repairs all plumbing systems including but not limited to, pipes, fixtures and drains, for water distribution, heating and cooling, ventilation, sewers, and water mains;
• Installs heating and cooling units;
• Installs pumps and vessels;
• Rebuilds pumps and installs mechanical seals;
• Solders and checks for leaks on broken pipes;
• Opens clogged drains with various manual and powered drain cleaning equipment;
• Checks and maintains fire hydrants;
• Estimates, and records materials, and time required for work orders;
• Lays out work, assembles equipment and fabricates as required; assures work area is kept safe and clean;
• Assists with other trades i.e. steamfitters, air conditioning and electrical, etc.; and
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:
• Knowledge of the Ontario Plumbing Code and the National Building Code.
• Skills in interpreting blue prints, schematic diagrams, shop drawings, and manufacturer’s installation and maintenance materials.
• Working knowledge of computers and FMP computerized maintenance system will be an asset.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and manuals related to job function.
• Ability to effectively work individually, as part of a team or diverse groups.
• Ability to follow through and carry out assignments
• A creative approach to problem solving
• Knowledge of hazards involved with work and safety measures to be taken
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers

Working Hours:
40 hour work week with 8 hour shifts (Monday to Friday)

The above is normally acquired through the completion of:
• Job requires completion of a valid Plumber Journeyman Plumber License for the Province of Ontario or equivalent.
• Job requires minimum 5 years of experience including the apprenticeship-training program, which consists of on-the-job/ work experience of 8,280 hours and 720 hours of in-school training

What Carleton Offers its employees:
- Centrally located in Ottawa by the Rideau River and Canal, easily accessible by transit and car.
- Consistent and guaranteed shifts (40 hours per week).
- Competitive Benefits Package: Group benefits including comprehensive health and dental benefit, vision, life insurance, sick leave, Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP),
- Annual Leave: Paid annual leave, including 13 statutory holidays.
- Carleton Retirement Pension Plan: Participation in a defined pension plan.
- Health & Fitness: Free access to certain facilities at Carleton University’s Athletic and Physical Recreational Centre
- Library: Free borrowing privileges at Carleton University’s library.

Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.

This position is required to work on campus. Exceptionally, since March 2020, many staff and faculty at Carleton University have been working from home in order to comply with public health requirements while continuing to provide services to support the operational functioning of the university. We are currently in the process of identifying positions that need to work on campus as part of our return to campus process. This position may be required to work temporarily remotely due to public health requirements or it may have been identified as one of the roles that are required to work on campus. If this position is required to work on campus, the successful candidate will be informed of the health and safety measures that are in place to ensure their safety on campus. If there is a requirement to work remotely (it is possible that there could be a requirement to work both remotely and on campus), the successful candidate will work with the manager to set up a remote work environment including discussing appropriate technology and requirements. Please note that once public health requirements permit, Carleton University will resume normal on campus operations and at that point there will be a timely notification provided by the manager and the requirement to working full time physically onsite will resume. Therefore, we are looking for candidates currently in or looking to relocate to the Ottawa area.

Additionally, Carleton University is continuing to maintain a safe work environment and requires mandatory vaccination against COVID-19 as per Public Health recommendations under the Reopening Ontario Act. As Carleton University requires that staff be available to attend on-campus meetings and to work, as required, in person, the successful candidate will be required to comply with this policy and be fully vaccinated before commencing employment. Subject to permitted exemptions under the Ontario Human Rights Code, if you are the successful candidate, your offer of employment will be conditional upon you attesting that you are fully vaccinated with a course of vaccines that have been approved by Health Canada and submitting appropriate proof of vaccination.

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